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Stanford Talisman
United States
Приєднався 7 гру 2008
Talisman is a group of singers dedicated to the sharing of stories through music. With a repertoire rooted in the musical traditions of the African diaspora, Talisman strives to reach across the many borders that fracture the cartography of today's world and sing the living spirit of human struggle and celebration. Over the years, we have performed at such venues as the Olympics, the White House, Carnegie Hall, and the Hollywood Bowl, and have toured the townships surrounding Cape Town and Johannesburg in South Africa. In 2007 and 2008, the group traveled to South Africa again to renew its sound and spirit. In 2017, we reconnected with our roots when we toured the American South. This last year, we introduced new music to our repertoire and visited the Hawaiian Islands of Maui and Oahu and created new connections, particularly with the Native Hawaiians. Visit us at www.stanfordtalisman.com
The Modimo Trilogy - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
"The Modimo Trilogy" is comprised of three hymns originally performed by the Soweto Gospel Choir in South Africa; "Modimo" and "Ke Na Le Modisa" sung in Sotho, and "Izwi Lahlab'Inhliziyo Yami" in Zulu. The trilogy is religious, opening with “Modimo,” a song of wonder at creation, transitioning into "Izwi," a soulful confession of sin and proclamation of grace, and concluding with “Ke Na Le Modisa,” a traditional South African interpretation of Psalm 23.
In Talisman, we perform The Modimo Trilogy to celebrate a sense of gratitude. For most, if not all of us, it is the first song that called us to Talisman. In this journey of remembrance and history, we pay homage to our own roots, the start of the group of friends we are able to sing and spend time with and love.
Stanford Talisman is a student-led a cappella group at Stanford University dedicated to sharing stories through song. This has become our mantra as we strive to respectfully give voice to the vast collection of human stories told through rich and vibrant song. We appreciate the great challenge of responsibly engaging with the genuine roots of the songs we sing and are committed to bringing these songs to life as best as our abilities allow.
Learn more about Stanford Talisman:
Website: www.StanfordTalisman.com
Instagram: StanfordTalisman
In Talisman, we perform The Modimo Trilogy to celebrate a sense of gratitude. For most, if not all of us, it is the first song that called us to Talisman. In this journey of remembrance and history, we pay homage to our own roots, the start of the group of friends we are able to sing and spend time with and love.
Stanford Talisman is a student-led a cappella group at Stanford University dedicated to sharing stories through song. This has become our mantra as we strive to respectfully give voice to the vast collection of human stories told through rich and vibrant song. We appreciate the great challenge of responsibly engaging with the genuine roots of the songs we sing and are committed to bringing these songs to life as best as our abilities allow.
Learn more about Stanford Talisman:
Website: www.StanfordTalisman.com
Instagram: StanfordTalisman
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Duerme Pueblo Mio - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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"Duerme Pueblo Mio" translates to “Sleep My People”, and is a blend of two songs, “Cancion de Cuna” or “Lullaby”, and “Cuando Crezcas Pueblo Mio”, “When you grow my people”. These songs were written during Nicaragua’s Sandinista Revolution, which took place in response to a 40-year-old, US-backed dictatorship that left the majority Nicaraguans in poverty. Despite its context, this song is hopef...
Hard Time Killing Floor Blues - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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"Hard Time Killing Floor Blues" was written by Black artist Skip James in the Great Depression era of 1931. Despite its writing in 1931, it did not gain recognition until 1964, when many white artists spearheaded a "blues revival" that scoured the South to “rediscover” Black artists' music. The man who rediscovered James once even stated that he "bought Skip James for $200". This song depicts t...
Baba Yetu - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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Directly translated, "Baba Yetu" means "Our Father" in Swahili, and is a rendition of the Lord's Prayer. Talisman sings this song as a lullaby, giving thanks and seeking guidance as one day ends and another begins. Lyrics (Swahili) and translation (English): Baba yetu, (Our Father) uliye huko juu mbinguni, (who art in heaven) jina lako litukuzwe, milele na milele (Hallowed be thy name, for ever...
Deep River - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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"Deep River" is a triptych of the African American spiritual "Deep River" and the gospel songs "I Know I've Been Changed" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water". The song is centered around a longing for the freedom found across the Jordan river, and spiritual transformation. The true beauty of this piece lies in its transitions, overlaps, and apexes: the crossing-over of Earth and heaven, song and p...
Matthew - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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"Matthew" vividly describes the story of its namesake, Matthew Shepard, a gay man who was murdered by two men in Laramie, Wyoming in 1998. Matthew was a lot like those of us on the stage: he was 21 years old, he was finishing his first year in college, a political science major. Matthew was also gay, and being queer trapped Matthew within the structures that continue to prey on queer youth to t...
Dahil Sa Iyo - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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Translated into English as "Because of You,” “Dahil Sa Iyo” is a traditional Filipino kundiman, or love song, affirming devotion to one’s beloved. In a dramatic shift from minor to major, it illustrates how love alleviates suffering. Stanford Talisman is a student-led a cappella group at Stanford University dedicated to sharing stories through song. This has become our mantra as we strive to re...
Tai Yang - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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Perhaps our deepest and most thoroughly human memories are created by motherly love in the many forms it manifests. "Tai Yang," also known as 小小羊儿要回家, or “the little sheep are coming home,” is a traditional lullaby sung in Mandarin Chinese from a mother’s point of view. She tells us through the lyrics how she loves all her children despite their differences and that she promises to keep them sa...
Wanting Memories - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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In "Wanting Memories", we transition from a portrait of returning loved ones to a portrait of lost loved ones. This illustration of the arduous journey of grief, from the heavy permanence of loss to the catharsis of acceptance, is carved with painstaking detail. Here, memories, much like music itself, are at once the source of unbearable pain and joyous reminiscence. Over the course of the song...
Avulekile Amasango - Gala 2023 - Stanford Talisman
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“Avulekile Amasango” is a South African song, sung in Zulu, that celebrates transitions from one stage of life to the next. Its lyrics translate to English as, “The gates of heaven are open, we are crossing the river Jordan.” While traditionally sung at funerals, graduations, and weddings, Avulekile Amasango is also the first song that members of Talisman will learn to sing together when they f...
Glory, Glory - Stanford Talisman Spring Show 2021
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Glory, Glory, also known as "Since I Laid My Burden Down", is an American spiritual song that has been sung widely by many congregations and artists. Since Talisman’s early years, this song has been a crowd pleaser, known for its clever interjections and classic a cappella style. Special Thank You to Our Alumni!
Shosholoza - Stanford Talisman Spring Show 2021
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"Shosholoza" originally came from Zimbabwe. It was brought to South Africa by migrants who worked in the South African mines for small wages under terrible conditions far from their families. The song was used to lift their spirits and unite them. It's now very popular in South Africa and is referred to as their second anthem.Talisman's arrangement is based on a version by the Soweto Gospel Choir.
Going Home - Stanford Talisman Spring Show 2021
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Going Home tells the story of the Tuscarora Tribe's exile from their native land in what is now North Carolina, and their longing for return. It is a song of urgent remembrance, conjuring the peculiar of violence that is American history -genocide, slavery, amnesia- reminding us that the blues we claim first came from "stolen people on stolen lands". Going Home is written by Pura Fé, an Indigen...
Jerusalema - Stanford Talisman Spring Show 2021
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Jerusalema is an upbeat gospel-influenced South African house song by South African DJ and record producer Master KG featuring South African vocalist Nomcebo. The song gained international recognition after a group of friends in family in angola started the Jerusalema Dance Challenge. In mid year amidst worldwide distress over the pandemic, the song and dance have been a beacon of light for com...
"Bloom" - Stanford Talisman Spring Show 2021
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Alongside the music of ‘Bloom,’ we are calling our audience and to support the work that the Sogorea Te' Land Trust is doing in the Bay Area. This incredible organization is working to return traditionally Chochenvo and Karkin lands to indigenous stewardship alongside cultivating more active, reciprocal relationships with the land. Find them @sogoreatelandtrust on Instagram and at their website...
Avulekile Amasango - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
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Avulekile Amasango - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
E Hatta A Beta Apebba - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
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E Hatta A Beta Apebba - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
Hosanna - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
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Hosanna - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
Wendeyaho - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
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Wendeyaho - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
Baba Yetu - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
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Baba Yetu - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
Modimo - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
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Modimo - Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2021
"Dwelling" Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2020-2021
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"Dwelling" Stanford Talisman Winter Show 2020-2021
Stanford Talisman's 30th Anniversary Show
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Stanford Talisman's 30th Anniversary Show
Deep River - Stanford Talisman's 30th Anniversary Concert
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Deep River - Stanford Talisman's 30th Anniversary Concert
Glory, Glory - Stanford Talisman's 30th Anniversary Concert
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Glory, Glory - Stanford Talisman's 30th Anniversary Concert
Talisman's 30th Anniversary Concert Teaser
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Talisman's 30th Anniversary Concert Teaser
One By One - Gala 2020 - Stanford Talisman
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One By One - Gala 2020 - Stanford Talisman
Lahlumlenze - Gala 2020 - Stanford Talisman
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Lahlumlenze - Gala 2020 - Stanford Talisman
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So moving. Steve Biko.
Oigan una disculpa pero parece canto de la iglesia.
Che bella canzone... ❤😢❤
Bravo from Bulgaria! You are stunning!
Браво ❤❤❤❤
the beautiful words the young woman spoke a the beginning, were they a translation of the swahili lyrics? I can't find them anywhere on the internet...
I hate this. You can hear the word or appreciate the lyric. Awful.
It is not now know as the Negro Hymns. It has alway been for over 100 years
I just tonight stumbled across this. I couldn't agree more and hope that all those who agree in turn will vote Democratic! It is essential for our future, whether you are with every position or not.
One of my favorite Choirs!!!
I loved it
The irony of a group white people singing the comfort song of the people their ancestors oppressed.... irony is dead and buried
As a Bulgarian, I agree with you :) Also, way too fast…
Honored to be the first to comment. You need more views. Skip James's Hard Time Killing Floor Blues is a Blues classic Nicely done!
Beautiful! It makes you cry when see how far the creator has brough us.
Bravo!! So beautifully well done!
Beautiful! One of my favorite arrangements of this iconic Black hymn. Just stunning.
Literally nobody commenting on this feels like I have just discovered an ancient artifact
I love this.
(Pi:ląhuk. Nahą:pipi Charles mįkilá:kewa. Raleigh, NC watí:wa. Míma Monacan Yesą.) Thank you. Good day. My name is Charles. I live in Raleigh, NC. I am of the Monacan people. It is a pleasure to hear my people's language sang by these young folks. Bi:wa (Thanks)
Amazing thanks ❤
The great rainbow nation standing up for Palestina I cannot stop crying and so proud my wife is a Sourh African and my children are half South African !
Good job all! but the girl with the green scarf rocks!
Love this sing. Especially the high pitched singing at the end.
Thall.
The is another version of this song you guys sang or a radio version I've been searching for it for years at this point 😢
It's always so interesting to watch foreigners singing my native language, you do a really good job :) It's quite a complex interpretation and a lot of effort has been put in the arrangement but to the point that the original source becomes irrelevant. One starts to wonder "Why did they take Kaval sviri?". The main thing about a choir singing Bulgarian folklore is no rhythmic movement. You can only move just slightly as per the requirements of the current note being sung (not rhythmically), in the rest of the time you can move ... your eyes, mostly. And musically, rhythmically... well I get it that it's difficult.
Exxxxelleeent! We have come,.... All of us who aren't Corporetly captured, and live by the Jesus teachings of humanity . Decent humanity. Let the mom & pop stores continue to support their communities. Don't allow the Capitalistic capture of our voted officials to be bought and captured by money. They will make laws to take over and put them to death.
Thank you so very much Stanford Talisman choir in sharing South Africa's musical heritage as expressed in words and music by one of our greatest talents! It takes some guts to attempt this version of music given the cultural and linguistic differences - you have done an awesome job, your singing is tuneful, rhythmic, melodic and all the adjectives one can use to describe an excellent effort. This has been an eye-opener for me, you're an amazing group of singers.
Ahhhhhh! Talisperson '95-96! My heart lifts and I sing along so many years later! 💜💜💜
Disyah eh deh ring'shout....
Needs a drum- the heartbeat of the people
They got some cuties in this choir
I really need to learn how to sing this song ❤❤ beautiful song,full of strong life to live.
Guys should never be involved with this song, ruins it.
原曲の雰囲気が台無しに。少し残念。
Completely agree. They guys voices are fine but their addition to this piece affects the clarity and brightness of the chords and makes the piece sound "muddy"
No.
Most American version of Kaval Sviri I've heard.
So wonderful. One correction: Tai Yang is not a Taiwanese lullaby. It is a 時代曲 (20s-60s Chinese pop song) written by Yao Min sung by Chang Lo, both of which were from Shanghai.
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just amazing the power that music have ohhh my lord
Beautiful ❤😊😊
wow!!! as an African American woman, i close my eyes I can see my ancestors that would rather die before they become an owner of anyone!! well done, beautiful!
Me too
beautiful American anthem. I love this song.
Gorgeous!
They act strange lol
Fabulous
Beautiful
such a creative and beautifully moving experience, thank you and thank God for this amazing talent
Awesome Song sung by beautiful harmonious voices! Very up lifting!!! God Bless you All!!! LOVE!!!